Mon Jan 24, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
99
away
Chemistry
Hot
Miami HeatHeat
120
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Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 28 | 20 | 25 | 26 | 99 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 29 | 37 | 31 | 23 | 120 |
After Action Report
The Heat demolished the Hornets 120-99. The Heat got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Heat sent shots into the fifth row all night; the Heat came in with something to prove after a loss. The Heat locker room is humming, and it showed. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Heat · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Heat · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Heat · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hornets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.